Team GB sent well-wishes by Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry
By Andy Charles
Last Updated: 04/08/16 2:44pm
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry have offered their well-wishes to Team GB ahead of the start of the Olympic Games in Rio.
With no representation in either of the football tournaments, which have already kicked off, Britain's team begins competition on Saturday with the Opening Ceremony taking place on Friday night.
A total of 366 participants will represent the nation in Brazil, with Team GB taking part in 23 sports as they look to better the 47 medals won in their best 'away' Olympics in Beijing in 2008.
Since then, Team GB has won 65 medals - 29 of them gold - on home soil in London, and the Duke of Cambridge hopes the spirit shown four summers ago will again be evident in Rio.
He said: "London 2012 saw this country come alive with a passion for sport. It saw people of all ages, and from all walks of life, join together to support Team GB.
"We have some of the most passionate supporters in the world, and we can't wait to cheer on our athletes together this time around in Rio."
The Duchess of Cambridge added: "London 2012 showcased the best of British sport, and we are all so excited to see what can be achieved in Rio. We can't wait to watch everyone compete. Good luck!"
And Prince Harry said: "Each member of Team GB will have a unique journey, but they all share the same aim - to deliver the best performance they possibly can.
"Our athletes are an inspiration to us all, and we need the whole country to get behind them and cheer them on as they take to the world stage. Let's top 2012. Bring on the Great."
